You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking an experienced Urology Physician/Urologist responsible for the accurate assignment of CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS codes for professional urological services. This role involves translating complex operative reports into clean claims, acting as a bridge between the surgical team and the billing office to ensure maximum ethical reimbursement and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Surgical Coding: Review and code complex urological operative notes, including Oncology and Calculus disease among others.
- E/M Oversight: Assign appropriate Evaluation and Management levels for office visits and inpatient consultations.
- CCI Edit Management: Navigate NCCI edits to determine when procedures are bundled or separately reportable.
- Physician Querying: Collaborate with surgeons to clarify vague documentation.
- Denial Resolution: Analyze and appeal technical denials related to medical necessity or coding overlaps.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of urology coding experience.
- Active CPC (AAPC) or CCS-P (AHIMA) certification required. CUC credential highly preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience specifically in Professional Billing (PB).
- Deep understanding of the 90-day global surgical package.
Skills
- Technical skills in coding and billing processes.
- Ability to work remotely and collaborate with a multi-specialty surgical group.
Schedule/Shift
M-F Flex hours with an initial training period of about 2 weeks from 8am-4:30pm.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
Hours Per Week
40 hours per week
Facility Type
Ambulatory Care
Required Employment / Compliance Language
Our client is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
